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The NewsWorthy
Act of War?, Chief of Staff Tell-All & Instagram on TV - Wednesday, December 17, 2025

The NewsWorthy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 13:41


The news to know for Wednesday, December 17, 2025! We'll tell you about the latest escalation from the U.S. that could be a step toward war with Venezuela. Also, the most powerful aide in the White House is sharing her blunt views on President Trump's first year. Plus, what Americans are being told to watch out for this flu season, why workers in their 40s are going back to school, and how more social media is moving from smartphones to TVs. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!    Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups!  See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/NEWSWORTHY and using code NEWSWORTHY at checkout. Shop my favorite pajamas at SKIMS.com! After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com    

Is This A Great Game, Or What?
Merry Christmas Steve

Is This A Great Game, Or What?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 39:58


Tim and Jeff Kurkjian are back with another offseason podcast, breaking down a few of the biggest moves teams made following the Winter Meetings. But the real highlight? They kick off the holiday spirit early with a special Team Tim Christmas celebration.After spending some quality time together, the duo recaps everything from shoveling snow to hanging TVs—proving once again they can do it all. It's also time for Three Cards From the Bathroom… who will Tim pull this week? And, without further ado, they wrap up their Seamheads for 2025.Thanks for watching or listening! The best way to support the show is to follow and subscribe—and don't forget to share it with a friend. Your support means a lot to both Kurkjian boys. Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Long 'Til Bedtime?
218. Why Screens Don't Belong in Your Child's Bedroom (And How to Set the Boundary)

How Long 'Til Bedtime?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 20:22


In today's episode of How Long 'Til Bedtime?, Allison dives into one of the trickiest screen-time boundaries parents face: screens in the bedroom. Allison has always held a strong stance—no TVs, tablets, or phones in children's bedrooms—and she's breaking down exactly why this boundary matters, why it's hard, and how to make it stick, even as kids get older. Inside the episode, you'll hear: Why screens in the bedroom can disrupt melatonin, sleep onset, and overall sleep quality How the "one more video" cycle impacts bedtime behavior and makes transitions harder The mental health risks associated with private, unsupervised screen use Why keeping screens in shared spaces protects kids emotionally and socially The simple logistical systems Allison uses in her own home (parental controls, charging stations, and more) What to do if you're starting this boundary late — including the exact script Allison uses when changing screen rules Encouragement for holding firm, even when kids push back Whether you're parenting toddlers, big kids, or middle schoolers, this episode offers practical steps, compassionate support, and a strong reminder that: Screens aren't going anywhere, but bedrooms can—and should—remain a place for rest, calm, and connection. Click here to listen to the episode on YouTube  Wondering if your child is getting enough sleep? Allison's free guides take the guesswork out of bedtime. Learn the optimal sleep ranges for every age so your little one can feel their best—day after day. Get your free copy now: 0-2 Years Old or 3 to 10 years old From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long 'Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place. Want more from Allison? Sign up here to get her weekly email with podcast updates and other helpful parenting topics.  Enjoying How Long 'Til Bedtime? Your rating and review help Allison reach and support more parents. On Apple Podcasts: Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the show, and tap "Write a Review." On Spotify: Click here to leave a rating or review. Don't miss an episode—subscribe so you're always up to date! Connect with Allison: Instagram | Facebook | Website | YouTube  

Player: Engage
ENCORE From Sound to Studio – Building Devhouse with Jim Welch

Player: Engage

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 48:09


In this episode, Greg sits down with Jim Welch, a composer turned developer turned studio founder whose creative journey spans Dragon Ball Z trailers to launching a party game in the spirit of Jackbox. We explore Jim's path from audio to entrepreneurship, the founding of The Devhouse Agency, and why his team is now investing in original IP. From creative leadership to WebGL distribution strategy, this episode is packed with insights for anyone building in games, immersive tech, or creative services.

Canaltech Podcast
Por que o Wi-Fi virou o coração da casa conectada

Canaltech Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 21:21


A casa conectada deixou de ser coisa do futuro e passou a fazer parte do dia a dia dos brasileiros. TVs, celulares, eletrodomésticos, câmeras, fechaduras e até robôs aspiradores dependem de uma coisa básica para funcionar bem: uma boa conexão Wi-Fi. Neste episódio do Podcast Canaltech, a gente conversa com Carlos Santos, especialista da TP-Link, sobre o papel central do Wi-Fi na casa digital. O papo passa pelos principais gargalos da internet doméstica, como interferências, roteadores antigos e excesso de dispositivos conectados, além de explicar, de forma prática, as diferenças entre Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6 e Wi-Fi 7. A entrevista também aborda como a inteligência artificial já está sendo usada para melhorar a estabilidade das redes, quando o sistema Mesh realmente faz diferença e o que esperar do futuro da conectividade doméstica no Brasil, com cada vez mais dispositivos inteligentes dentro de casa. Você também vai conferir: Google quer transformar suas abas abertas em aplicativos com IA, projeto de Sam Altman cria superapp com chat, carteira e biometria, amazon volta atrás e libera download de livros no Kindle, Gemini usa dados do Google Maps para tornar respostas mais visuais e malware para Android sequestra celular e espia vítima pela câmera. Este podcast foi roteirizado e apresentado por Fernada Santos e contou com reportagens de Viviane França, João Melo, Vinicius Moschen, Jaqueline Sousa, sob coordenação de Anaísa Catucci. A trilha sonora é de Guilherme Zomer, a edição de Livia Strazza e a arte da capa é de Erick Teixeira.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan, Nat & Shaun
Best Bits | Hotel Horror Stories & Kate Walsh Unfiltered

Nathan, Nat & Shaun

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 19:20 Transcription Available


Hotel stays from hell as callers share the chaos, fleeing hotels, stolen TVs and rooms with the same key. Plus, Kate Walsh joins us to talk Optics, life in Perth, her acting process, crying on cue, surprise TV moments and why the world feels a little wild right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NPCs - Video Game Commentary, Video Game News, And More!
The NPCs Discuss - The Console Wars Concludes...

The NPCs - Video Game Commentary, Video Game News, And More!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 52:25


Welcome to the long-awaited return of The NPCs, where we're back to discuss video game news, video game insights, provide commentary, and oh so much more.In our absence, a lot of things have happened in the video game universe: Roguelike's have taken over the Steam charts, Elden Ring got a multiplayer game, Fortnite still exists, and we still don't have Grand Theft Auto 6…But one thing has been on our minds for at least half of the year: have we finally reached the end of the console wars? Microsoft has doubled down on a marketing campaign where “Everything is an Xbox,” making it so phones, TVs, even your smart fridge can play Xbox games without needing an Xbox at all. In tandem, we also saw bridges built with core first-party titles like Forza, Gears of War, and even Halo showing up on the PlayStation 5. With the possibility of Nintendo also receiving similar treatment, has Microsoft finally bowed out of the console race? Do we even need consoles anymore given more of a transition to PC-based architecture? Let's talk about it in our great return episode: The Console Wars Concludes…Intro: Run by J+1Post-Break Intro: Getaway by J+1Outro: Haunt by J+1

American Conservative University
Funny Leonarda Jonie- Ilhan Omar's Somalis Steal $8 Billion, We Lost Our Civilization and We Lost It Because of Diversity- Nick Fuentes.

American Conservative University

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 31:01


Ilhan Omar's Somalis Steal $8 Billion- Leonarda Jonie is Funny, We Lost Our Civilization and We Lost It Because of Diversity- Nick Fuentes.   Ilhan Omar's Somalis Steal $8 Billion Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/ksDxi8DT7Ss?si=WMbaI83yxZAR_XLN Leonarda Jonie 323K subscribers 9,956 views Premiered 4 hours ago Sign-up on my website: LEONARDAISFUNNY.COM Visit our sponsor: https://antelopehillpublishing.com/ Promo Code: LEO TOUR: LEONARDAISFUNNY.COM Ft. Worth, TX | Dec. 31 Milwaukee, WI | Jan. 15 Chicago, IL |Jan. 16 Detroit, MI | Jan. 17 Las Vegas, NV | Jan. 31 Los Angeles, CA | Feb. 1 Sacramento, CA | Feb. 13 Oakland, CA | Feb. 14 Colorado Springs | Feb. 20 Denver, CO | Feb. 21 Boston, MA | Mar. 13 Rumble ▶ https://rumble.com/user/Leonardaisfun... YouTube ▶    / @leonardaisfunny   Instagram ▶   / leonarda.jonie   X ▶   / leonardaisfune   TikTok ▶   / leonarda_jonie     Post S.clips @whitesocksclips White people are forced to live with blacks so that they can take advantage of what we provide. Then they repay us by kiIIing us. Nick Fuentes. People say, "Well, the economy grew, we have TVs now," but we lost our civilization, and we lost it because of diversity. Nick Fuentes. --------------------------------------------------------------------  Check out our ACU Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/ACUPodcast   HELP ACU SPREAD THE WORD!  Please go to Apple Podcasts and give ACU a 5 star rating. Apple canceled us and now we are clawing our way back to the top. Don't let the Leftist win. Do it now! Thanks. Also Rate us on any platform you follow us on. It helps a lot. Forward this show to friends. 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Daily Tech Headlines
OpenAI Has Launched Its New GPT-5.2 AI Model In Response To Google's Gemini 3 – DTH

Daily Tech Headlines

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025


YouTube redesigned the watch screen on TVs for a more intuitive experience, the U.S. president signed an executive order limiting state oversight of AI, and Apple lost its contempt appeal in the Epic case. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none ofContinue reading "OpenAI Has Launched Its New GPT-5.2 AI Model In Response To Google’s Gemini 3 – DTH"

The Nick Taylor Horror Show
NIGHT OF THE REAPER Director, Brandon Christensen

The Nick Taylor Horror Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 52:30


Brandon Christensen is a Canadian filmmaker and VFX artist whose directorial work includes Night of the Reaper, Superhost, Puppet Man, and VFX work on multiple films with a particularly close collaboration with Joe Begos on VFW, Bliss, Jimmy and Stiggs, and Christmas Bloody Christmas.In this conversation, Brandon walks through the making of Night of the Reaper, his latest film, which is a nostalgic 80's style slasher with very heavy Halloween vibes. Brandon also gets into how to consistently make films with limited resources, why he takes on editing and VFX himself, and how to achieve compelling period production design on a budget.Key TakeawaysDesign period detail around what exists.To create an authentic 1980s vibe without a big period budget, Brandon's team scouted unchanged locations, bought used furniture and TVs, and leaned on production people who could find pockets of the past. When money is limited, good location scouting and clever prop reuse do most of the heavy lifting.Wearing many hats saves money and shapes the film.Brandon edits and does VFX on his films because it keeps the money on screen and lets him really control everything from tone to pacing. This equation means lower overhead and a highly personal imprint on every frame, but be cautious because it also makes criticism sting even more because much more of the work has been done by you. So if you take on multiple roles, expect both the creative control and the emotional cost.Make the movie you can actually make.Brandon survived multiple financing setbacks by refusing to let the project die. When previous investors walked, he scaled down the project according to the money that existed. The result was a finished film rather than a stalled ambition. Practical lesson: prioritize completion over perfection because careers are contingent on forward momentum and experience. His repeated, practical advice to creators: do not overcomplicate your first projects. Shoot small, fail quietly, learn fast. The path deepens by doing, not by waiting for the perfect package or deal.Show NotesMovies MentionedNight of the ReaperSuperhostPuppet ManStillbornIt Stains the Sands RedVFWBlissJimmy and STIGsChristmas Bloody ChristmasHouse of the DevilStranger ThingsWhen a Stranger CallsScreamRosemary's BabyDonnie DarkoPulp FictionAvengers: Infinity WarWeaponsFollow Brandon Christensen at:IMBd: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3417134/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrandonchristensen/X (Twitter): https://x.com/thebrandonc85Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonchristensendirector/Website: http://thebrandonchristensen.com/

Dr. Friday Tax Tips
Home Office Deductions: What Qualifies and What Doesn't

Dr. Friday Tax Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 1:00


Not every workspace qualifies as a home office deduction. Dr. Friday breaks down what the IRS considers a true dedicated business space. Transcript G’day, I’m Dr. Friday, president of Dr. Friday’s Tax and Financial Firm. To get more info, go to www.drfriday.com. This is a one-minute moment. Home office expense. Wow—we're getting close to the tax season, getting ready to end December, getting ready to go into 2026, and we’re thinking about: is this home office a true tax deduction? Keep in mind, if you are self-employed, it is your only office—home office—as long as it’s not your kitchen table or a dining room where there’s something else. It has to be a specific room in which you have your office equipment and your ability to do your work. It cannot have a bed. Nowadays I don’t know if the IRS is as picky about TVs—at one point it could not have a TV in it, but now people use that for their screens. So if you’ve got questions on this call the firm, 615-367-0819. You can catch the Dr. Friday Call-in Show live every Saturday afternoon from 2 to 3 p.m. right here on 99.7 WTN.

Marketplace Tech
The latest TV innovations have their critics

Marketplace Tech

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 5:00


The extended Black Friday sale season means a lot of people have been buying new TVs. The top sets today can display in up to 8K Ultra High Definition, they have deeper blacks, brighter highlights and are thinner and lighter-weight than ever. And yet, modern TVs have their haters — a dedicated group of purists who find them lacking, and would rather hunt down a good old fashioned used plasma.

Marketplace All-in-One
The latest TV innovations have their critics

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 5:00


The extended Black Friday sale season means a lot of people have been buying new TVs. The top sets today can display in up to 8K Ultra High Definition, they have deeper blacks, brighter highlights and are thinner and lighter-weight than ever. And yet, modern TVs have their haters — a dedicated group of purists who find them lacking, and would rather hunt down a good old fashioned used plasma.

The Paddy Wagon Podcast
Ep 48 From City Lights to Prairie Nights (ft Lenore Focht)

The Paddy Wagon Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 102:08


In this episode of The Paddy Wagon Podcast, Mike sits down with author Lenore Focht to talk about her incredible journey from city life in Regina (not to be confused with Idiot Mike's fictional "Ra-Geena" location) to running a ranch in rural Saskatchewan. Lenore opens up about what it's really like to leave the city behind and embrace ranch life — from unexpected wildlife encounters to the everyday realities of teaching, parenting, and marriage. We also dive into her new memoir and the powerful stories behind it, including candid conversations about mental health, grief, and the ups and downs of family life. With plenty of humor and heart, Lenore shares how writing became a form of healing and why being honest and vulnerable in storytelling matters. This episode is full of real-life lessons, laughs, and inspiration for anyone going through big life changes or looking for relatable, uplifting stories. Be sure to check out and follow Lenore's socials and grab a copy of her book!!!  You won't regret it! https://www.lfocht.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579246496050 https://www.instagram.com/lfocht_authorsk/ https://x.com/lfocht_authorsk https://a.co/d/dUVXDOg https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/small-town-chaos-l-focht/1147805964?ean=9781069485403     Episode Sponsors:   Mometu   https://mometu.com/   Looking for your next movie, documentary or TV show to binge?  Tired of seeing the same 20 movies recommended over and over?  Look no further than Mometu!!  Great content isn't reserved for 2 or 3 bigger streaming services we've all used and it doesn't always come in the form of a 100 million dollar budget.  Mometu helps you discover often under-served content.  Some of the best films you've never heard of are out there waiting to be enjoyed.  Don't let the algorithms tell you what's up next.  Mometu has over 10,000 hand-curated titles…. All free… All the time!  Put an end to those subscription services today. The Mometu app is available for phones, smart TVs and can also be streamed over the web.   Intro/Outro Music Provided by: https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/achaidh-cheide https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/celtic-impulse Be sure to follow the Paddy Wagon on IG @Paddywagonpod and check us out at https://paddywagonpodcast.com or https://linktr.ee/paddywagonpodcast Paddy Wagon Podcast is available on Apple, Spotify, iHeart Radio and all your other favorite platforms   If you'd like to submit questions, comments, hot takes or just have me respond to some of your random thoughts with some random thoughts of my own…. Please be sure to leave us a message at: https://whatayarn.com/paddywagonpodcast and you'll be featured on a future episode.

The Dan Rayburn Podcast
Episode 155: NBA and NFL Viewship Stats From Thanksgiving Weekend; Netflix Removes Casting; Versant Media Group Finances; Bending Spoons Closes On Vimeo Acquisition

The Dan Rayburn Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 44:17


This week, we detail the viewship stats from Amazon, ESPN, FOX, and Paramount for NBA and NFL games during the Thanksgiving holiday, as well as the changes we saw in Black Friday OTT discounts. We also discuss what we consider a bad decision by Netflix, removing support for casting shows from mobile devices to most TVs and streaming devices, thereby affecting users who stream Netflix in hotel rooms. We also cover NBC News' announcement that it plans to launch a new ad-free paid streaming service, live programming including CFL, PGA TOUR, Formula 1, and FIFA coming to Bell Media's streaming service Crave, and Fubo's carriage dispute with NBCU.Finally, we do a news roundup of Versant Media Group's financials, and its acquisiton of Free TV Networks, Bending Spoons' acquisition of Vimeo closing, HP and Dell removing hardware decode support for the H.265/HEVC codec in several business and entry-level models, and CW Network calling out Nielsen for "lacking credibility" and being "fundamentally flawed" with regards to their viewership methodology.Podcast produced by Security Halt Media

AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk
Buff Judge Elvis and Other Questionable AI Things. | AwesomeCast 761

AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 59:17


In this episode of AwesomeCast 761, Michael Sorg is joined by Intern Mac and Intern Tony for a wildly geeky night of robots, AI, VR, and very silly holiday gifts. We kick things off with the new Robosen Shockwave Transformer robot, a $1,000 self-transforming Decepticon boombox that doubles as a Bluetooth speaker, then fall down a rabbit hole of programmable Transformers, Buzz Lightyear, and WALL-E robots for STEM-minded kids. From there, Mac highlights Apple's latest Apple TV “liquid glass” intro, crafted with real glass panes and practical effects instead of AI – a hopeful sign for human artists in an AI-heavy world. Sorg shares what it's like living with an AI-generated news anchor on his Telly-style TV, including a bizarre “buff Judge Elvis” story that looks nothing like the real judge and points toward a future of AI hosts on gas-station and in-store TVs. The crew then revisits GameStop's “Trade Anything” day, reacting to reports of taxidermy, cans of beans, cursed plushies, and stressed-out employees caught between corporate hype and real-world chaos. On the gaming and VR side, we look at a mod project that brings classic shooters like Quake III, Doom 3, Redneck Rampage, and Quake 4 into standalone VR on Meta Quest headsets and reminisce about the clunky mall-VR rigs of the 1990s. Chachi's Video Game Minute covers the Helldivers movie, Netflix's proposed Warner Bros / WB Games deal, and rumored Japanese studios making design applicants draw by hand to avoid AI shortcuts – which leads into a deeper chat about Netflix potentially owning Mortal Kombat, Batman Arkham, DC Comics, and what that means for movies and games. Tony's Awesome Thing of the Week is pure chaos: the TikTok-viral “Butts on Things” activity books, puzzles, and Cheek-to-Cheek card game – proving once again that everyone finds butts funny and weird gifts win Christmas. We wrap with internship reflections, from Apple sock purses and new Apple gadgets to everything Mac and Tony have learned about podcast production, live streaming, editing, and social media on the Sorgatron Media shows. Stick around to the end for a tease of our Patreon-exclusive segment featuring the creepiest robot dogs you'll ever see.

Sorgatron Media Master Feed
AwesomeCast 761: Buff Judge Elvis and Other Questionable AI Things.

Sorgatron Media Master Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 59:17


In this episode of AwesomeCast 761, Michael Sorg is joined by Intern Mac and Intern Tony for a wildly geeky night of robots, AI, VR, and very silly holiday gifts. We kick things off with the new Robosen Shockwave Transformer robot, a $1,000 self-transforming Decepticon boombox that doubles as a Bluetooth speaker, then fall down a rabbit hole of programmable Transformers, Buzz Lightyear, and WALL-E robots for STEM-minded kids. From there, Mac highlights Apple's latest Apple TV “liquid glass” intro, crafted with real glass panes and practical effects instead of AI – a hopeful sign for human artists in an AI-heavy world. Sorg shares what it's like living with an AI-generated news anchor on his Telly-style TV, including a bizarre “buff Judge Elvis” story that looks nothing like the real judge and points toward a future of AI hosts on gas-station and in-store TVs. The crew then revisits GameStop's “Trade Anything” day, reacting to reports of taxidermy, cans of beans, cursed plushies, and stressed-out employees caught between corporate hype and real-world chaos. On the gaming and VR side, we look at a mod project that brings classic shooters like Quake III, Doom 3, Redneck Rampage, and Quake 4 into standalone VR on Meta Quest headsets and reminisce about the clunky mall-VR rigs of the 1990s. Chachi's Video Game Minute covers the Helldivers movie, Netflix's proposed Warner Bros / WB Games deal, and rumored Japanese studios making design applicants draw by hand to avoid AI shortcuts – which leads into a deeper chat about Netflix potentially owning Mortal Kombat, Batman Arkham, DC Comics, and what that means for movies and games. Tony's Awesome Thing of the Week is pure chaos: the TikTok-viral “Butts on Things” activity books, puzzles, and Cheek-to-Cheek card game – proving once again that everyone finds butts funny and weird gifts win Christmas. We wrap with internship reflections, from Apple sock purses and new Apple gadgets to everything Mac and Tony have learned about podcast production, live streaming, editing, and social media on the Sorgatron Media shows. Stick around to the end for a tease of our Patreon-exclusive segment featuring the creepiest robot dogs you'll ever see.

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths
Terrified Together with Wheezy (Noteasybeinwheezy)

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 53:46


In this month's Terrified Together, we welcome content creator Wheezy to discuss her journey from bored TikTok skeptic to successful multi-platform creator known for her screaming car videos, Pringles can bits, and authentic personality. We dove into two deeply unsettling listener-submitted stories that both dealt with entities appearing at life's thresholds. The first came from Anna, a healthcare worker in Alabama who witnessed an otherworldly presence while working at a long-term care facility—an inky, shapeless entity with a glowing white center that appeared to be watching over an elderly patient entering the dying process. The second story, submitted by Clara from Alberta, Canada, detailed her late mother's lifelong encounters with what she called her "angel"—a being that transformed from a bright, triangular shape in childhood to a terrifying green-skinned figure with sunken eyes and a gaping jaw by adulthood. This entity appeared before every major move in her mother's life, ultimately manifesting constantly in her final home before she passed away at just 44 years old, raising haunting questions about whether this presence was a guardian, a harbinger, or something far more sinister. Wheezy shared her own paranormal experiences, including an eerie encounter with her clairvoyant friend who somehow knew the name "Henry"—the exact name Wheezy had secretly given to a mysterious entity that had been turning on TVs and flickering lights in her previous home. Beyond the paranormal, we explored Wheezy's upcoming short horror film project "The Boogeyman," her first acting opportunity, and how she's built genuine friendships within the content creation world despite the industry's often transactional nature. You can support the short horror film project here.

Unpacking Israeli History
When Sadat Came to Jerusalem (re-release)

Unpacking Israeli History

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 41:05


In a moment when debates feel existential, it's worth remembering that history can still turn sharply. That's why we're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: the story of the weekend Anwar Sadat came to Jerusalem. November 19, 1977. It was perhaps the most unusual Shabbat in Israel's history. Because after the havdala service, Israeli families glued themselves to their TVs or radios, waiting anxiously for a visitor they never dreamed would arrive. Anwar Sadat, President of Egypt, had come to Jerusalem to speak of peace. What happened next changed the Middle East forever. Here are the sources used in this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VLl6H1mbapNkhWq8aNnMFylTQ9w__9WDxIsqvlniORs/edit?usp=sharing This episode is generously sponsored by Barbara Sommer and Alan Fisher. To sponsor an episode or to be in touch, please email noam@unpacked.media. Check us out on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media brand. ------------------- For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soulful Jewish Living⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Scott Townsend Show
#246 Angie Jordan - Seeing the World Through the Art of Caricature

The Scott Townsend Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 32:38 Transcription Available


Send us a textLikeness isn't luck—it's design. On this episode, I sit down with live digital caricature artist Angie Jordan to explore how she turns a trade show aisle into a packed crowd and a stream of branded keepsakes. Angie breaks down the math behind caricature—allocating space to the biggest feature, exaggerating for clarity, and composing faces that are often more recognizable than a photo.She shares how she teaches kids with her “30-box” method, reads silhouettes at a hundred feet, and blends drafting precision, showmanship, and portable tech—from Wacom tablets and compact rigs to fast printers and client-facing TVs. We also talk branding, style, and influence, from Hanna-Barbera to Al Hirschfeld, Steven Silver, and Tom Richmond, and why embracing quirks often beats chasing symmetry.If you're planning a booth, corporate event, or wedding, Angie offers practical tactics to drive dwell time, spark conversations, and create shareable art that keeps your brand in the feed.Check out her work and book Angie at angiejordan.com and on Instagram at @AngieJordan7. If this conversation sparks ideas for your art or event strategy, subscribe, share, and leave a review so others can find the show. Support the showI ♥ my podcast host @Buzzsprout. This link will get us both a $20 credit if you upgrade! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1087190 The Scott Townsend Show Merchandise https://teespring.com/stores/tsts-2Resources and Links--------------------------------------------My contact info:LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2ZZ4qweTwitter https://bit.ly/3enLDQaFacebook https://bit.ly/2Od4ItOInstagram https://bit.ly/2ClncWlSend me a text: 918-397-0327Executive Producer: Ben TownsendCreative Consultant: Matthew Blue TownsendShot with a 1080P Webcam with Microphone, https://amzn.to/32gfgAuSamson Technologies Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone Recording and Podcasting Pack https://amzn.to/3TIbACeVoice Actor: Britney McCulloughLogo by Angie Jordan https://blog.angiejordan.com/contact/Theme Song by Androzguitar https://www.fiverr.com/inbox/androzguitar

KentOnline
Podcast: NHS staff in parts of Kent are being offered the chance to resign as part of plans to cut costs

KentOnline

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 21:06


NHS staff at two Kent Trusts have been invited to resign as part of plans to cut costs.Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and Medway NHS Foundation Trust are offering severance payouts to try and address financial challenges.Also in today's podcast, people in Tunbridge Wells are still being told to boil their water before drinking it - more than a week after being hit with supply issues.24,000 properties have been impacted by a problem at the Pembury treatment works. Meantime, the town's MP is calling on government to provide Covid-style support to businesses affected by the supply issues.Mike Martin has written to the Water Minister calling for £18.5 million. He's been speaking to our reporter Charlotte Phillips.A woman in Sheerness is appealing for action to stop dog walkers leaving their pet's mess on a walkway leading to the beach.Anne Tiller says she has to constantly dodge mounds of poo on the path in Marine Parade during her daily walks.We've been invited to take a look inside the word's first mirco-pub which opened in Kent twenty years ago.The Butcher's Arms, in Herne, was founded by Martyn Hillier in 2005 who'd always fantasised about a pub without TVs, mobile phones, food queues and smoking. He's been chatting to reporter James Pallant.In sport, the boss of a Kent karting circuit says it was fantastic to see Lando Norris win the Formula One world title yesterday.The 26 year-old regularly competed at Buckmore Park in Chatham as a youngster.Football, and it was another point for Gillingham in league two at the weekend.They held Colchester United to a goalless draw away from home - we've got reaction from manager Gareth Ainsworth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Working With... Podcast
The Chaos Trap: How to Reclaim Control in a Busy Environment

The Working With... Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 15:13


"In an age of speed, I began to think, nothing could be more invigorating than going slow. In an age of distraction, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention." — Pico Iyer How do you feel when you have nothing to do but enjoy your surroundings? Where nothing is urgent, and you can enjoy the moment you are in?  Never felt it? Maybe that's a problem you need to fix. Today's world makes us feel that everything must be done now, yet it doesn't. If you were to slow down, step back from time to time to think, you'd get a lot more important things done and eliminate much of what is unnecessary.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin Join the Time And Life Mastery Programme here. Use the coupon code: codisgreat to get 50% off. Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page Script | 396 Hello, and welcome to episode 396 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  Slow down. There, I've said it.  If there were one distinguishing characteristic of those who control how they spend their time and when, it would be that they are slow.  Not in a negative way, more in an intentional way. They meet their deadlines, are never late for appointments and have clearly had time to read through the meeting preparation notes.  Even in one of the most stressful occupations, that of being a special forces soldier, they are trained to slow down. The US Navy SEALs have the expression “slow is smooth. Smooth is fast”, and I know from talking with former members of the UK Special Forces that a large part of their training is focused on slowing down and being deliberate with their actions. Of course, the problem here is that when you're faced with twelve urgent Teams messages, you have five missed calls from an important customer, and your next appointment is about to start, the last thing your instincts will tell you to do is to slow down.  Yet it is precisely in those situations that slowing down and being intentional about what you do next is what you do.  Slowing down calms your over-anxious mind, and when your mind is calm, you make better, more rational decisions.  And slowing down is what this week's question is all about. So, to kick us off, let me hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice for this week's question.  This week's question comes from Hanna. Hanna asks, Hi Carl, I work in a very busy Pharmaceutical company, and from the moment I step through the door at work, it feels like chaos. My phone never seems to stop ringing, and my Teams feed looks like it's alive. It's always moving! The day's a blur. What can I do to slow things down and regain some control? Hi Hanna. Thank you for your question.  One of the things I've learned is that we do have control over the speed of the day. I know often it feels like we don't, but we do.  The reason is that we always have choices, even when it often feels like we don't. You can choose to answer your phone or let it run to voicemail. You can choose to answer those urgent Teams messages immediately or not, and you can choose to go to the staff rest area and make yourself a nice cup of tea.  Unfortunately, it's natural for us to head straight into the storm of those phone calls and messages. And when we do that, we start conditioning ourselves to do it consistently.  Yet maybe the best thing you can do is pause, make that cup of tea, and strategically plan your approach.  This is often what I call the tactical retreat. Step back, pause, and look at what's currently on your plate and your most important tasks for the day.  However, you will only be able to do that if you can move from being a firefighter to becoming a fire prevention officer.  Firefighters charge straight into every issue with only one intention: putting the fire out. Fire prevention officers: pause, look at the bigger picture, and seek ways to prevent the fires from starting in the first place.  In all companies, you need both types of people. You're not going to prevent every crisis or urgent issue. Yet many can be prevented.  I gave one example in last week's episode.  If you have ten equally urgent messages to reply to, you're going to have to choose which one to respond to first.  If you don't have a process or a strategy for handling that situation, you will panic. Panicking slows you down because the act of panicking creates a lot of activity, yet nothing happens to deal with the messages.  The strategy I suggested was to use the first-in-first-out approach. Deal with the oldest first. This way, even if the last message you received is from your angry boss, at least you won't have to deal with eight angry customers as well.  And let's be honest, if you were to give yourself fifteen minutes to deal with these messages, nobody would be waiting more than fifteen minutes for your response.  There is one trick you can use every day that will help you slow things down. That is to protect the first thirty minutes of the day to get a handle on the day.  Hopefully, you won't have a crisis every day, but those first thirty minutes give you a chance to review your Teams messages, emails, and your plan for the day. You can also speak with your colleagues to see what's happening and deal with anything urgent that popped up at the start of the day.  More often than not, you won't need the full thirty minutes, but you have it protected, and on the days you don't need it, you can make yourself that lovely cup of tea.  Another trick is to give yourself a proper screen break between work sessions.  Now, this will depend on the kind of work you do. If you were a graphic designer, an accountant or a journalist, a lot of your work would be spent sitting in front of a computer screen.  If you were to stop after ninety minutes, get up, and walk somewhere for ten minutes without a screen, that screen break would give you time to stop and think. That thinking might be what element you can add or remove from the design you are creating, or where to place a particular paragraph in the article you are currently writing.  Getting away from your screen allows your brain to relax. It's when your brain is relaxed that you make better, more rational decisions.  Yet, when we are under deadline pressure, stepping away for ten minutes is often the last thing we feel we should do.  When you return, allow yourself 20 minutes to address any messages that may have come in while you were locked away doing focused work.  Sometimes I find it helpful to look at the messages before I take the ten-minute break. That way, I can think about the responses while I'm relaxed.  If you've found yourself reacting without thinking all the time, and from the moment you wake up, it feels like you're go-go-go, that may be a sign you need to retrain your brain to slow down.  The best way to do this is to set aside 30 to 45 minutes each morning. This time must be focused on you. Not your partner or kids. It's time dedicated to yourself.  You could write a journal or develop a slow, deliberate morning coffee ritual. Perhaps you could add some light stretching or go out for a morning walk.  As long as it's focused on you and the things you enjoy doing, you'll find that this morning routine helps to rewire your brain to slow down.  Now for an unusual one.  Avoid unnecessary conveniences.  Part of the Reason we all feel rushed today is the speed at which things can be done. We can order home-delivered food, have our laundry picked up and delivered clean and ironed, order our weekly supermarket shop online, and have it delivered straight to our door later that day or the next.  Convenient, yes. Good for us, no. I recently saw a video about why people in the UK began gaining weight alarmingly from around the late 1970s onwards.  Yes, there was a shift in our diet. In 1979, Marks and Spencer introduced their first ready meal. It was their famous chicken Kiev, and it sparked a revolution in how families cooked.  The M&S chicken Kiev was introduced at around the same time microwave ovens began taking off, and suddenly people were eating ready-made meals.  No more “real” cooking. Boiling vegetables, cooking meat, it was pre-packaged and additive-riddled food that could be cooked in less than ten minutes.  Then there were more and more convenient ways to travel. People stopped walking to the shops. People working in offices would walk the two metres to their car in the morning, drive to their office, park in the underground carpark, and walk the five metres to the lift (elevator) to arrive at their office, having walked no more than ten metres.  Then to spend the rest of the day sitting behind a desk.  All in the name of convenience.  Yet, this convenience is causing us to speed up.  Walking is one of the best ways for us to slow down. It's one reason why studies show owning a dog can reduce stress and improve health. Dogs need walking. For me, walking Louis is one of my favourite times of the day. I get to think without a screen, get some fresh air and relax.  And given that Louis will stop and investigate every tree and lamp post, it's a slow walk.  And the final tip is to plan your day before you finish the day.  In other words, give yourself ten to fifteen minutes before you close out the day to review your appointments for tomorrow, curate your task list for the day based on how much time you have between meetings, and allow for the unknowns—there are some.  Then pick your two must-do tasks, make sure they are highlighted and stop.  You cannot do everything in one day, but doing a little often moves things forward, and soon things you thought would take hours are almost complete.  Yet, in my experience, the most significant cause of our feeling that we have no control over our day or time is the way many people are chained to a screen.  The current statistics indicate that over 7 hours a day are spent in front of a screen (and that does not include TVs).  The problem here is that messages, emails, news alerts and much more are a constant stream. The more time you spend looking at your screen, the more anxiety you feel that you are falling behind with everything. When this happens, you are no longer in control; instead, your devices are controlling you.  Yet if you were to go out for a twenty-minute walk after lunch, or do your own grocery shopping each week, you would find yourself slowing down naturally.  Add that to perhaps reading a real book in the evening and spending 30 to 40 minutes in the morning doing yoga, meditation, or journaling. You'll find that much of the speed anxiety many of you feel will start to disappear.  As for walking into your workplace and getting caught up in the rush of things, take a deep breath, make sure you know what your two most important items of work for that day are, and between sessions of work, get up, move around, make yourself some tea or coffee and think about what one thing you need to do next.  I hope that helps, Hanna. Thank you for your question, and thank you to you too for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you all a very, very productive week.   

Puritan Evangelical Church of America
Eat and Drink Healthy and Exercise (SD VA Medical Center Protestant Chapel Service)

Puritan Evangelical Church of America

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2025 60:28


Pastor Grant is in the chaplain residency program with the San Diego Veterans Medical Center in La Jolla, and was on weekend duty today during which he led and preached for the Protestant worship service that also is fed as live video to the TVs of patients. Drawing on the story of Daniel and the story of Jack LaLane with Paul Harvey's "The Rest of the Story," we learned that there is a way God has designed our bodies to best function when we best fuel them according to His design for the best witness and influence. Eat and Drink Healthy and Exercise.

Hacker News Recap
December 5th, 2025 | Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros

Hacker News Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 15:05


This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on December 05, 2025. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Netflix to Acquire Warner BrosOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46160315&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:56): Cloudflare was downOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46158191&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:22): Cloudflare outage on December 5, 2025Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46162656&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:48): Netflix's AV1 Journey: From Android to TVs and BeyondOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46155135&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:14): BMW PHEV: Safety fuse replacement is extremely expensiveOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46155619&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:40): The US polluters that are rewriting the EU's human rights and climate lawOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46159193&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:06): Gemini 3 Pro: the frontier of vision AIOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46163308&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:32): Most technical problems are people problemsOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46160773&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:58): UniFi 5GOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46157594&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(13:24): Trick users and bypass warnings – Modern SVG Clickjacking attacksOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46155085&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

Brian, Ali & Justin Podcast
Brian & Kenzie preview the biggest Bears game in 20 years

Brian, Ali & Justin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 24:44


The last time the Bears played in this meaningful of a game this late in the season, people were throwing Wii remotes through their TVs. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sofa King Podcast
Hacking the World: The CIA Vault 7 Files

Sofa King Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 65:50


When WikiLeaks released the Vault 7 files in 2017, the world got an unfiltered look at the CIA's secret cyber-arsenal—a hidden kingdom of digital weapons designed to slip quietly into our phones, TVs, cars, and computers. In this episode, the Sofa King Podcast unpacks the tools, the tactics, and the fallout of one of the largest intelligence breaches in U.S. history. We explore the CIA's clandestine Engineering Development Group, their ability to bypass phone encryption by hacking the devices themselves, and the eerie “Weeping Angel” program that could turn a smart TV into a silent listener sitting in your living room. We dig into firmware attacks, router takeovers, anti-attribution frameworks, and the strange, twisting path that led to the alleged leaker, Joshua Schulte. Vault 7 isn't just a story about espionage—it's a glimpse into the invisible war happening all around us. It's about the power we trade for convenience, the tools built in the shadows, and what happens when those tools slip out of the government's hands and into the wild. With our signature blend of curiosity, skepticism, and kingdom-level nonsense, we break the whole saga down in a way only Sofa King can. This one is part thriller, part tech history, and part “why is my TV looking at me like that?”

Daily Tech News Show (Video)
Metaverse Has Meta Problems – DTNS Live 5107

Daily Tech News Show (Video)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 73:44


Meta Platforms Inc. is planning significant budget cuts as high as 30%, for its metaverse initiative. Why has Netflix killed the ability to cast content from your phone to most TVs and streaming devices? YouTube said it will take steps to comply with Australia's ban on allowing users of its service who are younger than 16, but doesn't believe it should be considered a social media platform. TikTok introduced a “Nearby Feed” in the U.K., France, Italy, and Germany, giving users a location-based stream of local posts. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Nica Montford, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe. To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!

Afternoons with Helen Farmer
Why are rage rooms becoming more popular now?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 25:39


From smash spaces, filled with old TVs, washing machines and crockery, to primal scream sessions and rage therapy, facilities that offer an outlet for anger are seeing huge demand from women who want a safe, structured way to let off steam. But why do we need it? And where is all that rage coming from? We get the take and advices of The Family Hub's Hanan Ezzeldin, who has very recently ran workshops for parents precisely around emotion regulation and anger management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Ep. 521: More Folds, More Better?

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 59:01


Apple is still working on releasing a folding phone, but Samsung is adding more folds to theirs. But Apple has some good news in the smartphone world this week. We've got some great Just the Headlines, tips, and picks, all to help you tech better! Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Cyber Week Update (02:25) MAIN TOPIC: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold phone (07:20) Apple iPhone shipments to beat Samsung for the first time in 14 years, report says (12:00) DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Assign Action Button (18:55) JUST THE HEADLINES: (27:10) Austria's rebel nuns refuse to give up Instagram to stay in their convent Crime rings enlist hackers to hijack trucks ChatGPT is going to start showing you ads A Windows update broke login button, and Microsoft's advice is to click where it used to be MKBHD is shutting down his iPhone wallpaper app More than half of new articles on the internet are being written by AI Australia spent $62 million to update its weather web site and made it worse TAKES: Netflix quietly drops support for casting to most TVs (30:55) Apple AI chief John Giannandrea to step down (33:40) India orders Apple to pre-install an undeletable state security app on iPhones (38:40) BONUS ODD TAKE: Stone Simulator – Just Be a Rock (41:35) PICKS OF THE WEEK:  Dave: Kernel Season's Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8) (45:30) Nate: Shashibo Shape Shifting Box (50:00) RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK (53:50)

Ending Poverty Together
What's on your shelf? Exploring ethical consumerism

Ending Poverty Together

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 31:48


From the shirts in our closets to the TVs in our living rooms, do you really know where these products came from? Trying to track the supply chain that produced your blender is enough to make your head spin, especially when each piece may have come from a different country. It's no wonder we feel overwhelmed when trying to figure out if a product has been made under fair working conditions before we buy it. In this episode, Andrey Sawchenko of International Justice Mission (IJM) delves into the harsh realities of forced labor lurking behind many consumer goods. Despite the intricacies of supply chains, Andrey poses thought-provoking questions that challenge our understanding of ethical consumerism. Join us as we explore how to become more conscious consumers in such a complex world.

True Crime Odyssey
TGF 068 The Golden State Killer

True Crime Odyssey

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 48:38 Transcription Available


In this week's deep-dive, we're taking you into a case that haunted California for decades and still sends a chill through anyone who reads the details. For more than ten years, a masked predator moved through neighborhoods like a ghost — breaking into homes, stalking families, and leaving devastation behind. The numbers alone are staggering: over a hundred burglaries, at least fifty sexual assaults, and thirteen confirmed murders. He slipped between counties and police departments, stayed a step ahead of massive task forces, and then — somehow — disappeared. Not into the shadows, but into ordinary suburban life, where he lived free for more than forty years.This is the full story of Joseph James DeAngelo — the man the world would come to know as the Golden State Killer. We start back in 1974 in Visalia, a small agricultural city where a strange series of burglaries had detectives completely rattled. The person behind them wasn't grabbing TVs or cash. He was spending hours inside people's homes, taking small, personal things — a single earring, coins, women's underwear — and rearranging objects in ways that felt deliberate and unsettling. It wasn't just theft. It was a message: I was here. I know you. I can get to you.From there, we follow the escalation as the Visalia Ransacker's crimes tip into attempted abduction and then murder. We walk through the December 1975 killing of Claude Snelling, a journalism professor who died protecting his teenage daughter from being taken.And we cover the terrifying near-capture just two days later, when Detective William McGowen fought the prowler face-to-face and survived only because the suspect's gun misfired at point-blank range.Then the nightmare shifts north. In 1976, Sacramento is hit by a new kind of terror.The East Area Rapist begins attacking women in their homes with a level of planning and cruelty that left investigators stunned. We break down how his assaults evolved, including the moment he began targeting couples — tying up husbands and boyfriends, stacking dishes on their backs, and forcing them to listen helplessly while he raped their partners. We look at the psychological warfare he used to control entire communities: threatening phone calls, stalking routines, and the methodical surveillance he did before striking again.As the years pass, his crimes migrate south — and turn deadly. Starting in 1979, the man now known as the Original Night Stalker begins murdering couples in their homes across Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Orange counties. We go crime scene by crime scene, showing how the evidence slowly — and finally — revealed that Visalia, Sacramento, and Southern California were all connected to the same offender.We also dig into the long, frustrating decades of investigation: the dead ends, the jurisdictional chaos, and the breakthroughs that came only when DNA technology caught up to the case. And of course, we cover the seismic moment in 2018 when genetic genealogy identified the suspect, leading detectives straight to DeAngelo's quiet home in Citrus Heights — the same kind of suburb he once terrorized.The twist that still hits like a gut punch? During the height of his crime spree, DeAngelo was a police officer, using his training and insider knowledge to stay invisible.We close with the plea and sentencing — a historic reckoning where fifty-three victims and family members stood up in court to face the man who had stolen so much from them. Their impact statements are heartbreaking, powerful, and a reminder that this story isn't just about the monster — it's about the people who survived him. This episode is the result of hundreds of hours of research across court records, investigative files, victim testimony, and years of reporting. Our goal was to tell this story with care, accuracy, and respect — honoring the victims and the investigators who refused to let the case die. The Golden State Killer investigation didn't just end with an arrest. It changed law enforcement forever. Genetic genealogy opened a door to solving cold cases that once seemed impossible, and we talk about both the promise of that tool and the ethical questions that come with it.And we take a moment to recognize Michelle McNamara, whose relentless work on I'll Be Gone in the Dark helped reignite national attention and kept pressure on the investigation. She died in 2016, two years before DeAngelo was caught, but her voice and determination are woven into the story of how this case was finally solved. If you think you know this case, stick with us — because when you lay every chapter out in full, the scale and horror of what happened, and the way it was finally unraveled, is almost impossible to comprehend.

All CNET Video Podcasts (HD)
Gemini's Connection to Gmail, NY Law Tackles 'Algorithmic Pricing' and Netflix Quietly Removes Feature | Tech Today

All CNET Video Podcasts (HD)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025


Owen Poole covers today's top tech stories: Google addresses rumors that it's training Gemini on your emails; a New York law attempts to stop "algorithmic pricing" before it begins; and Netflix removes the ability to cast to some TVs from your phone.

CNET News (HD)
Gemini's Connection to Gmail, NY Law Tackles 'Algorithmic Pricing' and Netflix Quietly Removes Feature | Tech Today

CNET News (HD)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025


Owen Poole covers today's top tech stories: Google addresses rumors that it's training Gemini on your emails; a New York law attempts to stop "algorithmic pricing" before it begins; and Netflix removes the ability to cast to some TVs from your phone.

Chuck and Buck
Chuck & Buck 12-2 Hour 3: Gene Steratore, Everett Fitzhugh

Chuck and Buck

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 33:04


GENE STERATORE (CBS Rules Analyst) It's time to talk turkey with Gene after it felt like he spent the whole Thanksgiving weekend with us on our TVs. What's a touchdown and what's a fumble these days anyway? Remember that catch by Oregon's McClellan? Was it a catch or no? Pick plays vs pick plays. :30- EVERETT FITZHUGH (Kraken Audio Network PxP) The Kraken struggled while Chuck was out, so clearly he doesn't need anymore vacation during hockey season. What happened to the Kraken the last three games? Is Joey Daccord back to full health and more! :45- How many NFL teams dropped the QB ball this offseason?

Chuck and Buck
Chuck & Buck 12-2 Hour 3: Gene Steratore, Everett Fitzhugh

Chuck and Buck

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 36:48 Transcription Available


GENE STERATORE (CBS Rules Analyst) It's time to talk turkey with Gene after it felt like he spent the whole Thanksgiving weekend with us on our TVs. What's a touchdown and what's a fumble these days anyway? Remember that catch by Oregon's McClellan? Was it a catch or no? Pick plays vs pick plays. :30- EVERETT FITZHUGH (Kraken Audio Network PxP) The Kraken struggled while Chuck was out, so clearly he doesn't need anymore vacation during hockey season. What happened to the Kraken the last three games? Is Joey Daccord back to full health and more! :45- How many NFL teams dropped the QB ball this offseason? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marketplace All-in-One
A spendy, splurgy Black Friday

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 6:42


Despite wavering confidence, Adobe says consumer spending broke records on Black Friday, clocking in at more than $11 billion. Shoppers were enticed by bargains, buying up TVs, computers, clothes, furniture, and toys. And Salesforce expects Cyber Week sales to also hit an all-time high of $78 billion. Also: signs of a continuously struggling housing market and, from Marketplace's "How We Survive," a look at how solar power can aid agriculture.

Marketplace Morning Report
A spendy, splurgy Black Friday

Marketplace Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 6:42


Despite wavering confidence, Adobe says consumer spending broke records on Black Friday, clocking in at more than $11 billion. Shoppers were enticed by bargains, buying up TVs, computers, clothes, furniture, and toys. And Salesforce expects Cyber Week sales to also hit an all-time high of $78 billion. Also: signs of a continuously struggling housing market and, from Marketplace's "How We Survive," a look at how solar power can aid agriculture.

Daily Tech Headlines
Netflix Disables Phone Streaming to TVs – DTH

Daily Tech Headlines

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025


Netflix removed the ability to cast from phones to TVs, New York State creates a law mandating retailers disclose when pricing is set by an algorithm using personal data, and India’s telecom ministry wants smartphone manufacturers to install a security app that cannot be deleted. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS LiveContinue reading "Netflix Disables Phone Streaming to TVs – DTH"

Shed Geek Podcast
STEEL KINGS: Lead Generation Made Simple PT 1

Shed Geek Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 35:22 Transcription Available


Send us a textWhat happens when a steel dealer, a pandemic, and a 3D configurator collide? We bring on IdeaRoom co-founder and CEO, Dan Van Orden, to unpack how builders and dealers moved from paper quotes to mobile-first design that turns curiosity into committed buyers. Dan shares the scrappy origin story—from woodworking plans to full-blown configurators for sheds, carports, post-frame, and red iron—and why the real breakthrough wasn't just 3D visuals, but cleaner processes and smarter pricing logic that reduce errors.We talk through the moments that changed the game: remote screen-shares that closed sales in minutes, branded estimates that land in a customer's inbox before the call ends, and a mobile experience that finally feels natural on a phone. Dan explains Boost, IdeaRoom's streamlined UI that lifts lead conversion without disrupting sales teams, plus the growing set of self-serve tools that let dealers update base and component pricing fast. If steel costs or tariffs force changes, you adjust the rules, keep the guardrails, and keep selling.This conversation leans into the operational side too—onboarding that now takes weeks, not months; support that solves quick wins in minutes; and the power of webhooks and CRM integrations to pass clean specs through your pipeline. We share how TVs in the showroom, live co-design with customers, and clear option rules build trust and speed up approvals. The big takeaway: a customer-facing 3D configurator isn't a gadget; it's your most persuasive salesperson, available on every device, at every hour.If you care about digital sales, steel buildings, sheds, carports, or post-frame marketing, you'll walk away with practical moves to modernize how you sell—without losing the relationships that drive this industry. Subscribe, share this with a builder who still quotes by PDF, and tell us: what's the next bottleneck you want us to break down?For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Would you like to receive our weekly newsletter?  Sign up here.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: J Money LLC

Podcast4Scifi
Episode 496 – 2025 Gift Wish list

Podcast4Scifi

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 63:16


Wants gifts for the Holiday Season? Look no further than the list we complied just in time for Christmas! In this episode of Podcast4Sci-Fi, the hosts discuss their holiday wish lists, featuring a variety of tech gadgets and collectibles. They explore the latest trailers for Moana and Mario Galaxy, and share their thoughts on sci-fi, gaming, and movies. The conversation is filled with humor and camaraderie as they showcase their favorite items and discuss the best deals for the holiday season. Keywords: Podcast4Sci-Fi, holiday wish list, tech gadgets, Moana trailer, Mario Galaxy trailer, sci-fi, gaming, movies, collectibles, holiday deals Takeaways: Moose introduces the holiday wish list concept for the podcast. The hosts discuss the Moana and Mario Galaxy trailers. GameGod and Magic Mike share their excitement for sci-fi and gaming. Moose talks about his collection of Star Wars Geeky Tiki mugs. The hosts joke about their holiday wish lists and budget-friendly finds. Magic Mike showcases his Goliath figure and other collectibles. GameGod shares his Back to the Future memorabilia. The hosts discuss the practicality of large TVs and tech gadgets. Moose highlights deals on Apple AirPods and JBL speakers. The episode concludes with a humorous take on holiday shopping. Title Options: Holiday Wish List Extravaganza Sci-Fi and Gaming Galore Unboxing the Best Holiday Deals Geeky Tiki and Tech Treasures Moana, Mario, and More: A Sci-Fi Celebration Collectibles and Gadgets: A Holiday Special From Trailers to Tech: A Festive Podcast Laughs and Lists: A Sci-Fi Holiday Special Exploring the Best in Sci-Fi and Gaming Holiday Deals and Sci-Fi Feels Sound bites: “The wish list for Christmas or whatever holiday you want to celebrate.” “We’re here to prove Wikipedia right.” “This is Podcast for Sci-Fi, where all things sci-fi come to life.” “I can’t wait to get to our wish list, fellas.” “Moose bought every Star Wars Geeky Tiki mug.” “GameGod shares his Back to the Future memorabilia.” “Magic Mike showcases his Goliath figure.” “Moose highlights deals on Apple AirPods and JBL speakers.” “The episode concludes with a humorous take on holiday shopping.” “Exploring the best in sci-fi and gaming.” Chapters: 00:00:03 Introduction and Holiday Wish List 00:00:33 Moana and Mario Galaxy Trailers 00:01:01 Sci-Fi and Gaming Discussion 00:01:30 Collectibles and Gadgets Showcase 00:02:16 Holiday Deals and Shopping Tips 00:02:48 Conclusion and Holiday Humor The post Episode 496 – 2025 Gift Wish list appeared first on Podcast4Scifi.

The Working With... Podcast
Is Time Management Actually a Waste of Time?

The Working With... Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 16:11


"The mind is like water. When it's turbulent, it's hard to see. When it's calm, everything becomes clear." — Kobe Bryant  Kobe Bryant was definitely onto something when he spoke those words. If you're not in control of your commitments and have no idea what needs to be done next, you're going to be stressed. And stress, like turbulent water, makes it hard to see where you should be spending your time.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin Join the Time And Life Mastery Programme here. Use the coupon code: codisgreat to get 50% off. Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page Script | 395 Hello, and welcome to episode 395 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  What's the point of learning how to be more productive and to be better at managing our time? Are we not just shuffling work around—work that will need to be done at some point anyway? Well, yes and no.  Historically, people went to work, often in factories, where they performed repetitive manual labour. When their workday finished, they “downed tools”, clocked out and went home. As there were no TVs or smartphones, people often played cards or board games with their families, read books or went to the pub.  It was easy to leave work at work. It was easy to manage our time. There was personal time and work time, and the two did not mix.  Today, it's very different. Most of you listening to this podcast will likely be working in what is commonly called “knowledge work' jobs. You're not hired for your muscles. You're hired for your brain.  And this causes us a problem. Manual labour meant you did a hard day's work, and when you went home, you could forget about work. In knowledge work, it's not so easy to stop your brain from thinking about a work problem.  I remember when I worked in a law firm, I caught the bus home and often spent most of the journey thinking about an issue with a client and trying to figure out the simplest way to solve the problem. In the past, people would have looked forward to getting home to their families. When you're mentally distracted in that way, it's hard for you to switch off and enjoy that time with your family and friends.  Today, it also means there's no barrier—except our own willpower—to sending an email or a Teams message at any time of the day or night.  In the past, the factory gates were locked, or someone else was doing your job on the night shift. It wasn't possible to work beyond your regular working hours. Time management was much easier. Not so today. And that nicely leads us to this week's question. And that means it's time to hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice. This week's question comes from Michael. Michael asks, Hi Carl, I've spent years struggling with time management, and it's got to the point where I think there's no point. As hard as I try, there's always something that needs to be done, and I never get a chance to finish anything and end up with everything being urgent. Is there any point to all this time management and productivity stuff?   Hi Michael, thank you for your question.  In many respects, you might be right that managing time, or at least trying to, is a waste of time. (I think there might be a pun there)  As I alluded to, with knowledge work and the explosion of communication tools over the last few years, things that could have waited a day or two now seem to have to be dealt with immediately.  It's not that the task is suddenly urgent; it's a combination of people's expectations and the delivery system.  The problem here is that no matter how fast the delivery system becomes—or other people's expectations— we are human. We can still only do one thing at a time. That is not going to change in our lifetime.  And that's where to start—understanding that you, as an individual, can only work on one thing at a time.  In other words, if you have ten equally urgent messages to reply to, you're going to have to choose which one to respond to first.  Now, you could come up with a complex, convoluted system for deciding which message to respond to first, or you could adopt a more straightforward first-in-first-out approach. Start with the oldest and work your way through your list of messages.  What are we talking about here—perhaps a ten-minute delay for you to get to a particular message? Does ten minutes really matter? You're not trying to save someone's life in an emergency room, are you?  Messages are often more time-sensitive than emails, and I find that responding to them between work sessions works best.  For instance, if you were to protect 9:30 to 11:30 am for focused work. That's two hours where you are technically not available. Once you finish that session, check your messages and respond to any that require a response.  When I set these barriers of doing undisturbed, focused work for two hours a day, I used to panic every time my phone dinged. I felt I had to respond immediately. Of course, that was not true. It never was, and it's still not true for any of us today.  It took a few weeks to wean myself off panicking every time a message came in, but the results were fantastic. My productivity went through the roof, leading to fewer urgent tasks.  Our brains are not good at handling interruptions to the flow of work. I've seen studies showing that even a minor interruption can take you up to 18 minutes to refocus and get back to where you were before.  Think about that for a moment. Even if you were taking ten minutes to refocus and getting an average of six interruptions per day, you've lost an hour. Or to put it into a better perspective, that's 12 ½ per cent of your work day gone. Wasted. By responding to messages between work sessions, you avoid losing focus and get more work done in less time.  And it's there that you will find fewer urgent tasks to do. Because you are getting more done in less time, you will be able to stay on top of projects and other work without getting too close to the deadline.  Another area that can make us feel that managing our time is a waste of time is focusing on the number of tasks rather than the time we have available. Again, this is linked to the fragility of being human. We are affected by how much sleep we get, our mood, and our diet.  Have a bad night's sleep, then a fight with your kids over the breakfast table and a sugary doughnut as a midmorning snack, and you're not going to get a lot of work done.  You have a sleep debt, you're worked up by the argument, and that doughnut is going to give you a massive energy crash.  This is why estimating how long a task will take is challenging.  I've been writing a 1,000-word blog post every week for around ten years now. You'd think I would be able to estimate reasonably accurately how long writing 1,000 words would take after writing over 500 blog posts. Ha! No chance. Some days I can write the first draft in forty-five minutes, other days it can take me two hours.  The biggest effect on how long it will take me is sleep. If I get my seven hours, I know it'll take me less than an hour. Less than six hours, and I'm struggling to do it in two hours.  A better approach is to allocate time for doing groups of linked tasks. For example, group all your actionable emails and set aside 40 to 60 minutes at the end of the day to deal with them.  This way, it doesn't matter how many emails you have to act on; you do as many as you can in the time you have.  If you're doing this every day, you'll soon find you have no email backlogs. What amazes me is the people who try this for a few days and give up because their huge backlog of actionable emails is not getting significantly smaller. Well, of course not. If you're starting with six hundred actionable emails, it's going to take you a long time to get that under control.  What you could do is set aside a one-off period to get that backlog under control first. Then set a time each day to keep it under control.  Or make sure you have a “net-gain” with your responses. For instance, if you get 20 actionable emails in a day, respond to at least 21. That's a net gain. If you do that consistently over a few weeks, your backlog of actionable emails will reduce significantly.  You're not going to lose the holiday weight you gained in a few days. It might have only taken you a few days to gain that weight, but it's going to take you a few weeks, if not months, to lose it. (Life's tough, isn't it?)  Most of the reasons why so many people quit making necessary changes, whether in their work or personal life, are linked to the initial difficulty of change.  All change is difficult at first. You're changing. But soon that change becomes your norm, and then it becomes easy. It becomes “just what you do”.  There's a time and place for the things you want to or must do. This is where your calendar comes into play.  Scheduling time for play, rest and exercise is just as important as scheduling meetings with your clients or boss. Trouble is, we don't do that. We prioritise work over other essential things in our lives.  As Jim Rohn said, “When you work, work. When you play, play. Don't mix the two” Ask yourself, where's your boundary? If you don't have one, you're not managing time; you're allowing time to manage you.  There are many ways you can take control of your calendar.  You could, for example, limit the number of hours you spend in meetings each week. If you work a typical 40-hour week, you could set the maximum time you spend in meetings at 15 hours. That will leave you with 25 hours dedicated to doing your work tasks.  Most people I talk with have no idea how much time they are spending in meetings each week. They say “yes” to every meeting request. WOW! If you don't have control of that, you're “up the creek without a paddle”.  Managing time is about managing your calendar and doing the hard things, like saying no to additional meetings that won't help you do your work.  This is one reason why the old-fashioned paper planners were so good. Because you had to handwrite your appointments into your diary, there was no way you could double-book yourself. Sadly, that one simple feature does not exist in digital calendars.  I've seen people with four appointments all scheduled at the same time. Come on, you cannot be in two meetings at once, let alone four! You can also protect blocks of time for doing your most important work each day. It's not difficult, and with shared calendars, doing so indicates to other people that you are not available at that time.  And most important of all, you can do a short daily planning session where you look at your calendar to see where your commitments are, then curate your to-do list so that the number of tasks you have for today is realistic, given how much non-meeting time you have.  Yet none of these are tool issues. These are human decisions we need to make, and we need to be strong enough to follow through with them. Blaming our boss, colleagues, customers, or tools won't improve the situation.  Only by being strong enough to say “no, not then, how about this time”, can you ever regain control of your time and see a corresponding increase in your productivity.  So there you go, Michael. Time management and productivity systems can and do work, but they only work if you are willing to make the difficult choices that come with them.  Be consistent in trusting your calendar. Allow it to structure your day between your work and home life.  Don't allow someone else's “urgent” to become your urgent. Respond to messages appropriately, but within your time frames.  I hope that has helped, and thank you for your question. And thank you to you, too, for listening.  It just remains for me now to wish you all a very, very productive week.   

Technology Tap
History Of Modern Technology: From Dots To OLED

Technology Tap

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 26:28 Transcription Available


professorjrod@gmail.comA single glowing dot in a glass tube changed how we understand the world. We follow that spark from Carl Ferdinand Braun's cathode-ray breakthrough to radar operators reading life-and-death blips, to living rooms lit by television and desktops shaped by GUI windows. Along the way, we show why screens didn't just display information—they taught humans to think in frames, patterns, and pixels.I walk through the interface pivots that mattered: when computers stopped spitting paper and started talking back visually; when text terminals gave way to Xerox PARC's icons and pointers; when Apple and IBM normalized monitors as the heart of personal computing with standards like CGA, EGA, and VGA. Then we dive into the flat panel turn: the physics of liquid crystals, the jump from passive to active matrix TFT, and the moment LCDs escaped laptops to conquer the desk. We weigh plasma's cinematic highs and practical lows, and how LED backlights, higher refresh rates, and HDR transformed clarity, contrast, and color.From there, we explore OLED's promise—self-emissive pixels with true blacks, flexible forms, and motion precision that redefined smartphones, TVs, and creative workflows. We compare Mini‑LED's local dimming advances and MicroLED's potential for brightness, longevity, and perfect blacks, while noting the manufacturing roadblocks. Finally, we look ahead: curved, foldable, and rollable designs that adapt to you; VR and AR that pull displays onto your eyes; and early steps toward holograms and light field systems that project depth without headsets. The through-line is simple and profound: as control over light improves, the screen fades and the experience takes its place.If this journey reshaped how you see your monitor, share it with a friend, subscribe for more deep dives, and leave a review to help others discover Technology Tap.Support the showArt By Sarah/DesmondMusic by Joakim KarudLittle chacha ProductionsJuan Rodriguez can be reached atTikTok @ProfessorJrodProfessorJRod@gmail.com@Prof_JRodInstagram ProfessorJRod

Money2Byrne
#90 Money2Byrne Black Friday Special (Pocket Change)

Money2Byrne

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 6:59


Black Friday might be the biggest shopping day of the year… but it didn't start that way.In fact, the real origin of Black Friday has nothing to do with bargain TVs or midnight queues it began decades earlier, in a way almost nobody knows.In this Money2Byrne Pocket Change Special, David W Byrne breaks down the wild true story of how Black Friday got its name, why police invented the term, why retailers originally hated it, and how it somehow transformed into a global shopping event worth billions.You'll hear:

Stepfamily Mission POSSIBLE!™ How to Lead Your Stepfamily with Influence | Jen Rogers - Faith-Led Stepfamily Coach, Podcast
Critical 5-Step Podcast Tune-Up to Monetize - for Podcast Pivots, Rebrands, Relaunches | #299

Stepfamily Mission POSSIBLE!™ How to Lead Your Stepfamily with Influence | Jen Rogers - Faith-Led Stepfamily Coach, Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 22:41


I've seen enough Black Friday chaos to last a lifetime.Long lines, overnight tenting *gasp*, and grown adults wrestling over TVs. Listen, frenzy might sell gadgets, but it doesn't build trust.Podcasting is the same. You don't need hype to grow; you need strategy that sticks.In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I'm sharing five things every podcaster should consider — whether you're launching, relaunching, or just want to make your show work smarter.You'll learn how to:Leverage your energy and know-how to keep your audience hookedRevisit your trailer for stronger first impressionsBuild a launch team that drives momentumCreate calls to action that serve and sellLead with trust through every transitionListen for strategies to serve first and sell second...so you can monetize every episode.No Black Friday Frenzy Required.If you're ready to monetize every episode without burning out, come join us and GO PRO!Don't be a

Standard Issue Podcast
The Bush Telegraph: Rage against the (old washing) machine

Standard Issue Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 25:45


Are you angry? Like really angry? Of course you are. Well, does Hannah have a dinner service for you. This week, she and Mick are asking whether the justice system is about to get a little less just, looking at the newly discovered age epochs of the human brain, celebrating having a bank account, and metaphorically smashing small TVs with a sledgehammer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behavioral Health Today
BHT Bytes – The High Stakes of Sports Betting: Behind the Hype & the Harm – Episode 415

Behavioral Health Today

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 26:31


If 87% of profits come from 5% of gamblers, the game isn't fair. It's engineered. In this episode of BHT Bytes, hosts Sharlee Dixon and Peter Fenger take a compelling look at the rapid rise of sports betting and how it's transforming our culture. Everywhere we turn, our phones, TVs, social feeds, even college campuses, gambling has become woven into the sports experience. But beneath the excitement and big-win promises lies a growing set of consequences that few are talking about. Sharlee and Peter trace how the 2018 repeal of PASPA opened the door to a multibillion-dollar industry powered by polished ads, real-time data, and instant-access betting apps. They discuss the psychological hooks, VIP tactics, and predatory strategies that keep people wagering, even when it's no longer fun. With addiction rates climbing, athletes facing new risks, and young people being pulled into betting earlier than ever, this episode asks an urgent question: What happens when an entire generation grows up seeing gambling as just part of the game? This is a grounded, eye-opening conversation about the line between entertainment and harm, and why recognizing the darker side of sports betting has never been more important.

Affordable Interior Design presents Big Design, Small Budget
Entertainment Center Era & Virginia Giuffre's Memoir "Nobody's Girl"

Affordable Interior Design presents Big Design, Small Budget

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 30:12


In this episode of the Uploft Interior Design Podcast, I share my personal reflections on Thanksgiving, discussing my small family dynamics and the various ways I've celebrated the holiday over the years. I then dive into a listener question from Theresa in Harrisburg, who is looking to modernize her entertainment center. I provide design advice on wall-mounted TVs and alternative storage solutions to enhance her space. In the second half, I discuss Virginia Giuffre's memoir, "Nobody's Girl," sharing my thoughts on the important themes of sexual abuse and the need for ongoing awareness beyond the Me Too movement. I encourage listeners to consider adding this impactful book to their holiday wish list and remind everyone to tune in next week for more design insights and pop culture discussions. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Thanksgiving Reflections00:04:04 - Design Advice Introduction00:04:37 - Listener Question from Theresa00:10:39 - Design Solutions for Theresa's Entertainment Center00:16:18 - Virginia Giuffre Book Recommendation00:24:39 - Closing Thoughts and Next Week's Preview Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Uploft.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AffordableInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your design questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be featured on the show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Premium Member⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and access the bonus episodes Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to become an interior designer with Uploft's Interior Design Academy. Get Betsy's book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betsyhelmuth.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more about our residential interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ModernInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For our commercial interior design services, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OfficeInteriorDesign.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/UploftIntDes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/uploft-interior-design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Real Ghost Stories Online
After the Ouija Board, the Darkness Learned Their Names | Real Ghost Stories CLASSIC

Real Ghost Stories Online

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2025 31:22


It started as a late-night joke — a Ouija board, a few teenagers, and a spirit calling itself something none of them recognized. But whatever they contacted didn't stay behind. When his brother came home early, shaken and pouring salt across his doorway, he thought it was just teenage drama. Maybe drugs. Maybe a prank. But then came the tapping on the windows. The footsteps no one else heard. The shadow waiting at the foot of his bed until he fell asleep… and the hands that tried to drag him out of it. Soon the house began waking everyone — TVs blasting on full volume, chairs sliding across the floor, water shutting off by itself. And just when they thought it couldn't escalate further, something in the dark left three deep scratches across his arm… without him ever feeling it happen. Whatever followed his brother home wasn't done with them. Not yet. #GhostStory #ParanormalActivity #RealGhostStories #HauntedHouse #DemonicEncounter #SupernaturalStory #ScaryStories #GhostFollowedUsHome #PoltergeistActivity #TerrifyingExperience Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Expanded Perspectives
In The Shadows

Expanded Perspectives

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 54:46


On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, Kyle kicks things off with his undying love for every kind of water you can imagine. Cam is packing up and heading to Kansas for a deer hunt, and the guys talk a bit about that before the break. After the break, Kyle shifts the mood with a set of strange and unsettling Shadow Being encounters. What are these figures, and what do they want? One of the cases comes from Dan J of Barstow, California, who had a frightening run-in with two eerie entities back in early 2011. Those figures match what many in the paranormal world call Shadow People. The Official Shadow People Archives describes them as dark silhouettes that often look human but carry no clear features. Some wear what look like hats or hoods. Some appear solid while others drift like smoke. Some float from the waist up. Others sprint out of sight with visible legs. They slip into corners, walls, closets, behind TVs, or vanish into the night. The only trait they all share is an almost impossibly deep darkness. All of that and more on this installment of Expanded Perspectives. Sponsors: Uncommon Goods: To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMON GOODS.COM/EXPANDED Acre Gold: Gold has been on a tear, its price rising over 40% in the last year! The best time to subscribe is now! Stop working for money, make your money work for you. Go to GetAcreGold.com to sign up. Want to Share Your Story? Email: expandedperspectives@yahoo.com Hotline: 888-393-2783 Want More Expanded Perspectives? If you want more Expanded Perspectives and help out the show, then join our Patreon. Just click this link or download the Patreon App and search Expanded Perspectives Elite Do you want to give the gift of Expanded Perspectives Elite? Just click this link or go to patreon.com/expandedperspectiveselite/gift

The Rizzuto Show
Crap On Extra: Slipknot's Big Pay Day & New Song Cold Beer!

The Rizzuto Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 41:47


MUSICSlipknot have sold a majority stake in their catalog for $120 million in a deal with HarbourView Equity Partners. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-industry-news/slipknot-sells-catalog-to-harbourview-1236429056/ Ariana Grande will embark on her "The Eternal Sunshine Tour" in limited cities next year, and it may be a long time until you see her on tour. That's what she told Amy Poehler recently. Shinedown have released "Searchlight," the song they performed last month at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. At the show, singer Brent Smith introduced it by saying, "Sometimes when you listen close enough to the universe and you're willing to receive something from it — a song can come out of thin air. We didn't find this one, it found us."Guns N' Roses, Foo Fighters and My Chemical Romance are among the more than 160 bands announced for the Welcome to Rockville festival in Daytona Beach, Florida from May 7th through the 10th. The bill also includes Bring Me the Horizon, Five Finger Death Punch, The Offspring, Breaking Benjamin, Godsmack, Staind, Alice Cooper, Coheed and Cambria, Black Label Society, Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening, Tom Morello and many, many others. https://welcometorockville.com/ Disney Plus has dropped its first trailer for the updated Beatles doc, 'Anthology', restoring and remastering ABC's 1995 special. https://societyofrock.com/beatles-anthology-series-trailer/ TVWalton Goggins posed nude for "GQ's" Men of the Year issue. https://www.gq.com/story/walton-goggins-on-rebirth-and-near-death New console plays original N64 cartridges … Retro gamers rejoice! A new console – called the Analogue 3D – plays all those Nintendo 64 cartridges you may still have. The engineers designed this thing to bring the old games to life on modern TVs. They even included a pair of tiny game cartridge cleaners, which require just a little swipe to freshen up the dust and grime on the metal pins. MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Billy Bob Thornton is talking about an infamous pop culture moment from his past relationship with Angelina Jolie. https://people.com/billy-bob-thornton-explains-famous-blood-vial-necklaces-with-angelina-jolie-that-was-one-of-the-greatest-times-of-my-life-11851532 Liev Schreiber was hospitalized in New York on Sunday. https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/liev-schreiber-hospitalized-in-new-york-city-after-health-scare/?link_source=ta_thread_link&taid=691c6e0387ea5e0001e7f8ee&utm_campaign=true_anthem_usweekly&utm_medium=social&utm_source=threads.net Mary Steenburgen actually ate spaghetti with maple syrup during the filming of "Elf"There are also, she added, moments she won't ever forget — like filming the scene in which her character enjoys a plate of spaghetti made by Buddy the Elf (played by Ferrell) and topped with chocolate, candy, and maple syrup."That first scene of the dinner, that's the very first scene in the movie," Steenburgen said on Today of the scene, which begins with Buddy chugging an entire 2-liter of soda. "And I wasn't yet used to anything of the way he was dressed. And I broke up so many times during that scene. Plus, while eating spaghetti with maple syrup." "I actually did eat it. I've had worse, but it's not my dream food." AND FINALLYA new country song was just released called "Cold Beer" from the "There I Ruined It" guys. It's a mashup of 50 different country artists singing the phrase "cold beer" over and over. (Which country stars do you hear in the song?) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lR2pslqKNP8 AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.